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CP53 URM

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

34,715 mi
Last recorded34,715 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 URM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Feb 2022 34,715 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front chassis rusty

Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 27,596 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 27,456 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 26,737 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 26,094 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 25,406 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 24,254 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 23,058 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r tyre cut in tread

Pass 2 Jan 2013 21,826 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 19,529 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 18,236 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 16,606 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 15,541 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 14,197 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 12,880 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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CP53 URM is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 47,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CP53 URM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CP53 URM registered?

CP53 URM is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is CP53 URM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 URM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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